# Creative Exploration Apps E.gg Taps Into the Experimental Early Days of the Internet By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2020-07-29 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/egg-app References: [wersm](https://wersm.com/e-gg-is-a-tribute-to-the-exploratory-spirit-of-the-early-internet/) & [twitter](https://twitter.com/jasontoff/status/1288159238854864897?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1288159238854864897%7Ctwgr%5E&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwersm.com%2Fe-gg-is-a-tribute-to-the-exploratory-spirit-of-the-early-internet%2F) The E.gg app is a new creation from the [Facebook](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/noplace-app) NPE team and it takes the form of an experimental platform that recalls the exploratory spirit of the Internet in its infancy. E.gg is described as a "new platform for weird and wonderful expressions of who you are and what you love." While many emerging apps are focused on creating captivating short-form videos, this one is centered on giving users the tools to create [free-form mixed media collages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mixboard) or pages to express the visions they have in their head. With this app, users can piece together images, GIFs, text and more to create vibrant canvases. Unlike many apps that encourage users to like and comment on others' creations, this one does away with those metrics intentionally to encourage [authentic expression](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/viberse-app) and unpolished experimentation. Image Credit: Facebook ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 52% | Activity: 54% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Experimental Platforms:** The E.gg app taps into the experimental spirit of the early Internet, providing an opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating unique and unpolished expressions. - **Free-form Mixed Media Collages:** The E.gg app allows users to create vibrant canvases of mixed media, opening up the possibility for disruptive innovation in the field of digital art and self-expression. - **Authentic Expression:** By intentionally removing metrics like likes and comments, the E.gg app fosters a space for authentic expression, presenting disruptive innovation opportunities in the realm of social media and personal branding. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Digital Art:** The E.gg app's feature of creating mixed media collages opens up disruptive innovation opportunities in the digital art industry. - **Social Media:** The E.gg app's emphasis on authentic expression presents opportunities for disruptive innovation in the evolving field of social media and personal branding. - **Technology:** As an experimental platform, the E.gg app offers disruptive innovation opportunities in the broader technology industry for creating unique digital experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Creative UI Exploration](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/silly-whatifs.md) - [Gen Z-Targeted Social Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/social-branding-app.md) - [Creative Infinite Whiteboard Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freeform-app.md) - [Vibe-Coded Entertainment Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gizmo-app.md) - [Easy-to-Use Content Editing Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/instagram-edits.md) - [Creativity-Supporting Art Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blank-app.md) - [Consolidated Creator Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/consolidated-creator-app.md) - [AI-Aided Social Networks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/befake-ai-social-network.md) - [Customizable Profile Social Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/noplace-app.md)